Closer view of the replica engine1923 viewsReplica of Diesel's engine that was built in 1897 and is considered to be the first diesel engine. It had been preceded by two experimental motors in 1882/93 and 1894. However, they did not work satisfactorily.
Replica built for MAN Truck & Bus to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Diesel's birth, 2008.
1920 views
1920 views
Midsummer Mingle 20071919 viewsCraft centre/Bodgers shed was called into operation to entertain the crowd
George Osborne MP and family in background watch on1919 viewsGeoff demonstrates the 3HP Crossley atmospheric engne
More stone ready for flattening1918 viewsOne of the "Friends" of the museum, Jimmy Jackson donated money to allow us buy more stone for the car park.
Rod bending the hot metal1918 views
1915 views
Deep in conversation1913 viewsSome of our "Friends" sorting out the cares of the world
our volunteers hard at work1911 viewsduring the Volunteers Working Weekend prior to our Easter opening
first run of the Crossley SSN June 20121910 viewsprior to going down to the 1000 Engine Rally
For more information about the Crossley Portable see article on News page of website
Crossley Portable run for first time in Public1906 viewsat Midsummer Mingle June 2012
For more information about the Crossley Portable see article on News page of website